Graduate Student Parents
GSA Child Care Grant
GSA Feeding and Care Space
Kids & Company Child Care
The GSA has partnered with the Students’ Union for a membership with Kids & Company to facilitate limited child care services for students who parent. Learn more by contacting Kids & Company at 1-866-695-4326.
In addition, access the Kids & Company Family Resource Centre for healthy recipes and helpful on-demand webinars.
Graduate Student Assistance Program
Download the Resources
University Resources
Bringing Family to Canada
University-Affiliated Child Care Centres
UAlberta is affiliated with six non-profit day care centres. These quality child care facilities are accredited by Accreditation of Early Learning and Care Services (AELCS) and are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of parents and community members.
Note that these centres are not explicitly vetted or endorsed by the GSA and the GSA itself is not affiliated with them.
Wellness Support Team
Government Resources
Government of Alberta
Provincial Family Resource Networks
The Government of Alberta's Provincial Family Resource Networks (FRNs) deliver high quality prevention and early intervention services and supports for children aged 0 to 18.
These Networks provide a range of services and supports that focus on strengthening parenting and caregiving knowledge, social support, coping and problem-solving skills, access to community supports and resources, improving child and youth development, building resiliency and fostering well-being.
Finding and Choosing Child Care
City of Edmonton
Edmonton Public Library (EPL)
The Edmonton Public Library is an excellent resource for Edmontonians of all ages. Not only are library cards free, but Edmontonians also have access to tonnes of events and programming free of charge. There are local branches located all across Edmonton. Learn More
Hint: We recommend starting by checking out their Newcomers webpage or their list of upcoming events.